When the Stars Align – 46 On-Screen Romances That Became Real-Life Love Stories
Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins – On the Set of Bull Durham
Susan Sarandon came across Tim Robbins in the late 1980s, while the two were filming for the 1988 romantic comedy, “Bull Durham.” Sarandon played the role of Annie Savoy and Robbins portrayed the character of Ebby Calvin ‘Nuke’ Laloosh.
Despite an age difference of 12 years between the two, they clicked big time. Though the character of Annie ended up with Crash, played by Kevin Costner in the film, she hooked up with Robbins off-screen. A fun fact about the film is neither Robbins nor Susan was the first choice to play the role of Nuke and Annie. However, he eventually did and that was the start of a long relationship.
Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead – In Real Life
After “Fargo” happened to the duo, Winstead and McGregor were paired opposite each other in the 2020 film, “Birds of Prey,” as the Huntress and the Black Mask respectively. The Scottish actor and the American actress welcomed their son, Laurie into the family on June 27, 2021.
With marriage on the cards, the couple appeared for the 33rd Producers Guild Awards. Winstead and McGregor reportedly walked down the aisle on April 25, 2022. Their wedding was a small and outdoor one attended by family and friends. The man and his wife now lead a low-key life. They love to hike and visit the beach.
Sienna Miller and Jude Law – On the Set of Alfie
Jude Law and Sienna Miller met in 2003 on the sets of “Alfie” the 2004 romantic comedy. Law played the title role of Alfie Elkins Jr., while Miller was seen in the role of Nikki, one of Alfie’s love interests in the film. The duo met on a couch in the living room of the Alfie director, Charles Shyer.
Miller was present for the audition for her role. Sparks flew between Law and Miller as soon as their eyes met. Their chemistry was quite evident while filming the steamy scenes. According to the film’s director, Shyer, Miller had bagged one of the biggest prizes in her life.
Sienna Miller and Jude Law – In Real Life
Miller got engaged to Law on Christmas Day in 2004. Every relationship has its up and downs and the two had their own. Consequently, they parted ways in November 2006 after failing to reconcile. Three years later, it was reported that the estranged couple has rekindled their love for each other, only to split again in 2011.
Too much coverage of their relationship in the media played a major role in their high-profile split, according to Miller. Both Law and Miller have moved on in life, with Law marrying Phillipa Coan in 2019. Miller went around with Tom Sturridge from 2011 to 2015 and had a daughter with him.
Billy Crudup and Naomi Watts – On the Set of Gypsy
Billy Crudup and Naomi Watts played husband and wife in “Gypsy,” the 2017 psychological thriller on Netflix. Watts plays the role of psychologist Jean Holloway, while Crudup is seen in the role of her husband, Michael. Though they knew one another for years, love blossomed between Watts and Crudup on the sets of Gypsy and soon, they were very much into each other.
Crudup made her laugh whenever they took a break from the shoot and the two had a great time together on the sets. They started dating and an eyewitness saw them holding hands and having a good time in New York City while they were headed for lunch at a sushi restaurant.
Billy Crudup and Naomi Watts – In Real Life
Transitioning from friendship to romance, Billy Crudup and Naomi Watts share a fantastic camaraderie. They have built a strong relationship with time. They first appeared together in public as a couple when the camera caught them holding hands while on their way out from the Vogue BAFTA afterparty held in London in 2018.
Crudup made his debut on the red carpet when he attended the Screen Actors Guild Awards with Watts in February 2022. He posted a selfie of the two on Instagram on Watt’s birthday. In September 2022, they showed up for the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards together. As Watts loves to keep her personal life under wraps, this romance is quite low-key.
Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas – On the Set of Two Much
Though cupid struck Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith on the set of “Two Much,” the two had crossed paths earlier in 1989 at the 61st Academy Awards. Melanie had already carved a niche for herself by then. On the other hand, Banderas was relatively new at that time. But he had already become a superstar when “Two Much” happened.
When Griffith saw him on the set, it was a mutual attraction between the two. She later confessed she had a crush on the Spanish actor. After their love affair started, Banderas proposed to her for marriage on a North Carolina Beach.
Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas – In Real Life
Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith exchanged wedding vows in May 1996 and welcomed Stella del Carmen, the only daughter in their lives. Their mutual decision to part ways shocked their followers. Banderas and Griffith ended their marriage in 2014 after staying together for 18 years. However, an end to their marriage didn’t lead to an end to their friendship.
The Spanish actor and the American actress are fiercely supportive of each other. According to Griffith, love and admiration have played a major role in their lives and that will never end. Banderas continues to receive love from Griffith’s other kids.
Zendaya and Tom Holland – On the Set of Spider-Man: Homecoming
In 2016, Tom Holland and Zendaya came together for the shoot of “Spider-Man: Homecoming.” Holland was cast in the title role, while Zendaya grabbed the role of Michelle or MJ. The two started as being just friends, but their off-the-charts chemistry set a few tongues wagging.
Amy Pascal, the producer of the film guessed something was brewing between the two and advised them not to fall for each other. Rumors started doing the rounds when they went on a press tour for the film in 2017. Though Holland and Zendaya dismissed the rumors, their on-screen romance spilled into real life.
Zendaya and Tom Holland – In Real Life
There was no direct confirmation of an official relationship between Tom Holland and Zendaya even after everyone witnessed their superb chemistry, until 2021. Holland and Zendaya were spotted kissing in the former’s Audi Sports car in LA. After the pics came out in the open, they chose to be under the radar and refrained from commenting on this.
An insider has revealed that their friendship has helped them build a strong foundation in the relationship. Though they were involved in other relationships in 2019 and 2020, Holland and Zendaya have come back together. The kiss they shared is a visual confirmation.
Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins – On the Set of Bull Durham
Susan Sarandon came across Tim Robbins in the late 1980s, while the two were filming for the 1988 romantic comedy, “Bull Durham.” Sarandon played the role of Annie Savoy and Robbins portrayed the character of Ebby Calvin ‘Nuke’ Laloosh.
Despite an age difference of 12 years between the two, they clicked big time. Though the character of Annie ended up with Crash, played by Kevin Costner in the film, she hooked up with Robbins off-screen. A fun fact about the film is neither Robbins nor Susan was the first choice to play the role of Nuke and Annie. However, he eventually did and that was the start of a long relationship.
Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins – In Real Life
Though it’s common knowledge that Susan Sarandon and Tim Robbins fell in love while filming “Bull Durham,” the two have kept mum about the reason for their separation. As Sarandon and Robbins were always looked at as an enduring couple, their split was a surprise for many. The two had been together for 23 years but never took the plunge.
Sarandon has often confessed to the media that marriage was never her cup of tea. However, she did have kids with Robbins. She gave birth to sons John and Miles in 1989 and 1992 respectively. She moved on and had a relationship with a younger guy later on.
Sarah Shahi and Adam Demos – On the Set of Sex/Life
Sarah Shahi and Adam Demos’ eyes met on the set of “Sex/Life,” the Netflix drama. Sarah was seen in the role of Billie Connelly. Adam portrayed the character of Brad Simon. The two attended a shoot together in Canada in August 2020.
While playing the roles of former lovers, Sarah and Adam came close to each other. They chanced upon each other in the makeup trailer and gelled immediately. They giggled and had plenty of fun while filming. In Sarah’s own words, she was blown away by Adam on the set. The two had the same taste in tequilas and whiskey.
Sarah Shahi and Adam Demos – In Real Life
Sarah Shahi has often expressed her surprise at how two people from two different parts of the world can have so many things in common. While Shahi is an American actress, Adam Demos hails from Australia. She even acknowledged that the two were meant to meet and be together. The lovebirds ushered in the New Year in 2020. They shared a cozy snap, their official photo after getting into a relationship.
Shahi and Demos shower love on each other on their respective birthdays every year and their fans witness this lovey-dovey affair. Sarah accepts she has finally found her soulmate. The couple looked gorgeous when they turned up for their red-carpet debut at the 2021 People’s Choice Awards.
Leighton Meester and Adam Brody – On the Set of The Oranges
“The Oranges,” a 2011 romantic comedy, brought Leighton Meester and Adam Brody together probably for life. Leighton played the character of Nina Ostroff and Adam grabbed the role of Toby Walling in the film. However, that wasn’t the first time when the two met. Brody met Meester much before when the latter was on the drama series, “Gossip Girl.”
He was first introduced to Meester by Josh Schwartz. While meeting through common friends on and off, the two kept bumping into each other till they finally became co-stars on The Oranges. They became close and friendly but started dating only in 2013. Meesters later confessed that she had a crush on Adam as a child.
Leighton Meester and Adam Brody – In Real Life
Though Adam Brody and Leighton Meester have always preferred to keep their private life away from the roving eyes of the paparazzi, fans have always been interested to know about them. Sources broke the news that the two were going around in February 2013. They were hanging out together quite often and even made a trip to Bangkok.
They attended the premiere of “Some Girls” together, but didn’t confirm their relationship. News about their marriage broke out in 2014 and several sources confirmed it. Brody and Meester tied the knot in an intimate ceremony. They came together again for “Life Partners” that year. The couple has a daughter, Arlo, and a son, whose name is not yet known.
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